Marco-Andrea Cozzolino
Senior Adviser
Phone:
+1 954-695-9676
+39 333-385-17-22
Email:
A Bit About Me
I am an international hospitality professional with over 35 years of experience in business development, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, teamwork, and a deep passion for Hospitality ... with a Capital H.
Throughout my career, I have honed strong profitability analysis skills, gained through both entrepreneurial ventures and consulting roles, always striving to maximize revenue through strategic planning, always committing to quality excellence and outstanding guest experience delivering.
I thrive on problem-solving, out-of-the-box thinking, and innovation. I have a deep understanding of our consumer 's behavior across different markets, with a strong focus on the luxury segment.
Having trained in some of the most prestigious establishments in Europe, Middle-East and U.S.A., my extensive knowledge of F&B products and culinary techniques allows me to create exceptional dining experiences while optimizing operations.
For me, hospitality is more than a business—it’s a passion that drives me to continuously elevate industry standards.
Experience Highlights
September 2016 – 2024
April 2004 - September 2016
September 1999 - December 2002
June 1996 - September 1999
February 1993 - August 1996
August 1991 - February 1993
DÉJÀ BLUE RESTAURANT, Parkland, FL, USA
FOUNDER, CO-OWNER, C.O.O.
Creator of the concept of this European-style Restaurant, Café and Bar Lounge, proposing creative Mediterranean cuisine to an affluent market. Three million dollars revenue in 2022, 49 employees, 222 seats indoor, 100+ seats outdoor, set in a stand-alone building on a private lake.
MSC CRUISES, Geneva, Switzerland
12 years contributing to the growth of the company in various positions and areas of operation: Corporate & Incentive Operations, Group Sales, M.I.C.E. & Large Groups, F & B Operations, Product & Quality Control
N.Y.C.E. ITALIA S.p.A. – Fusion Restaurant Chain, Italy
FOUNDER, CO-OWNER, C.E.O.
Creator of the concept of a restaurant chain proposing Fusion-Creative cuisine to an upscale market; Leading the team through the opening phase of 3 locations - Rome, Bologna, Porto Rotondo (Sardinia) for a total of 630 seats available daily.
The T-BONE STATION – American Steakhouse - Restaurant Chain, Italy
FOUNDER, CO-OWNER, Managing Director
Creator of the concept. Leading my team, introducing Italy’s first American Steakhouse, open for lunch and dinner, 365days, targeting an upscale family market; 26€ average rev. p.p. with 6 Locations in Rome
R.N.H. - Roberto Naldi Hotel Group, Lugano, Switzerland
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT MANAGER (E.A.M.)
CORPORATE SALES
Privately owned chain of 4 deluxe hotels:
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Hotel Splendide Royal, Lugano (CH) - 96 rooms - rated third best hotel in Switzerland in 1995
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Grand Hotel Eden, Lugano (CH) 115 rooms
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Hotel Parco dei Principi, Rome (Italy), 123 rooms
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Hotel Splendide Royal, Rome (Italy) 66 rooms
Based at the Hotel Splendide Royal, as E.A.M., was coordinating all major department activities to assure guest’s satisfaction and operational efficiency. Was also responsible to promote the image of RNH Hotels through an established PR network, identifying emerging opportunities and new market segments
Disneyland Paris (former Euro Disney S.C.A.) – Paris , France
HUMAN RESOURCES - HOSPITALITY RECRUITING - Opening Team
Starting under an Intern Program in Management Training at WALT DISNEY WORLD Orlando FL was part of Euro Disney Opening Team (6 Themed Resort Hotels, 70 F&B Restaurants and Outlets). Among a Team of 14 people, selected and hired the best candidates to fill all managerial positions for the 6 Hotels and Park outlets, for a total of more than 12.000 people hired in 6 months.
LANGUAGES:
Trilingual: Italian, French and English
Proficiency in Spanish and German
INTERESTS:
The Culinary Arts, Architecture, Interior Design, Antiques, Luxury-traveling
